How to Succeed; Or, Stepping-Stones to Fame and Fortune by Orison Swett Marden
"How to Succeed; Or, Stepping-Stones to Fame and Fortune" by Orison Swett Marden is a motivational guide to personal success written in the late 19th century. The book emphasizes the importance of character, determination, and the ability to seize opportunities to achieve fame and fortune. Marden serves as a mentor to readers, providing insights and advice on how to become a competent and self-reliant individual. At the start of the book, Marden
calls for readers to recognize their own potential and the necessity of being a "man" in character and action. He cites various historical figures and provides anecdotes illustrating the value of hard work, perseverance, and self-improvement. He also critiques the superficiality in society and stresses the importance of developing individual talents and taking initiative in the pursuit of success. The introductory chapters set a foundation for the reader's journey, exploring themes of opportunity, personal growth, and the mindset needed to navigate the challenges of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Marden, Orison Swett, 1848-1924 |
|---|---|
| Title | How to Succeed; Or, Stepping-Stones to Fame and Fortune |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Karina Aleksandrova and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HF: Social sciences: Commerce |
| Subject | Success |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20513 |
| Release Date | Feb 3, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 424 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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